Wrexham club admin takes a cheeky jab at Charlton boss Nathan Jones’s old “circus” comment after the Reds’ 1-0 win at the Valley.
In their Hollywood story, Wrexham have faced opponents of varied quality in a short span of time. While that is an effect of their rapid ascent through the English division, it has prevented them from fostering genuine sporting rivalries along the way.
So far, Wrexham’s limited active rivalries have been the byproduct of media exchanges and banter. But what’s impressive is how the club has actively contributed to perpetuating official exchanges to entertain fans.
Months ago, Wrexham fans were delighted when the club’s admin took a stand for Kieffer Moore after his match‑winning Boxing Day display. This time, a recent jab has been aimed at Charlton boss Nathan Jones after Wrexham got the better of the Addicks in a 1‑0 win at The Valley.
Within moments of the full‑time whistle, Wrexham’s club admin wittily reminded opposition boss Jones of his “circus” comment. The admin took a dig at Charlton, tweeting: “You can’t beat the travelling circus.”
Nathan Jones’s infamous “circus” comment on Wrexham
In late April 2025, Nathan Jones’ Charlton were visiting the Racecourse for the inaugural time since Wrexham’s takeover. This occasion coincided with a brewing League One promotion race between the two clubs.
With Wrexham on 86 points and Charlton on 82, both sides had plenty to play for on the second‑to‑last matchday. The three points were crucial in the race for the second automatic promotion spot, behind already‑crowned champions Birmingham City.
Naturally, buzzing media hype stood for the high-stakes promotion decider. And Charlton boss Nathan Jones didn’t disappoint as he dropped a bombshell to give birth to the Wrexham Vs Charlton rivalry.
Days before the awaited contest, Jones spoke to Sky Sports about visiting the Racecourse, saying: “It’s a bumper game, we have to go to the circus and see what we can get”.
As expected, the unprofessional comment didn’t sit well with the Wrexham community or the club staff. While Nathan Jones later attempted damage control with a follow‑up clarification, it only served to make the Wrexham Vs Charlton clash a must‑watch for Reds fans.
Wrexham’s 100% win rate since Jones’s “circus” comment
Ever since Jones’s comment about the Wrexham story, the Reds have faced the manager three times. On each occasion, Wrexham have got the better of Charlton while managing a clean sheet every time.
This tally includes a season double in this Championship campaign, apart from the win in the League One promotion decider last year. While all victories have been important in their own context, none has been as memorable as the crucial League One win.
Following Jones’ “circus” comment, Wrexham started the game with full intensity. Thanks to an early screamer from Ollie Rathbone and an acrobatic finish from Sam Smith, Wrexham were 2-0 up within the first 20 minutes.
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The decisive blow was struck by Smith once more, as his 3-0 goal sealed Wrexham’s promotion to the Championship after decades away.
The scenes that followed remain forever etched in the memory of Wrexham fans. As they celebrated their return to the second tier, they also took great delight in serenading the Charlton boss with chants of “Welcome to the Circus.”
What’s the road ahead for the Wrexham Vs Charlton rivalry?
Wrexham club admin’s recent jab after the 1-0 win at the Valley keeps the rivalry and banter alive against Charlton. However, the contest is far from gruelling or competitive with the recent scenarios of both clubs.
On one hand, Wrexham are high-flying in the Championship and presenting their contention for a Premier League spot. On the flip side, Charlton are adjusting to the second tier after spending years in League One.
Until the promotion playoffs are over, the possibility of Wrexham and Charlton facing each other next season remains alive. But that chance continues to fade with every blistering Wrexham performance.
Off the pitch, too, the passage of time has eased tensions between the two clubs. While any transfer business would have been unthinkable between them after Jones’ comment, the winter move of a veteran like Conor Coady suggests relations have thawed.
Overall, while cheeky jibes like the recent one from Wrexham’s admin keep the matchday interesting, the Reds Vs the Addicks is losing its sting.
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